Sodium is a nutrient that’s often villainized, but the truth is, the body needs sodium. In fact, it plays a key role in normal muscle and nerve function and also keeps body fluids in balance, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Nine in 10 Americans get too much sodium, with pre-packaged foods and eating out making up the majority of their sodium intake. On the flip side, however, there are some people who come up short on their salt intake, which can lead to pesky symptoms like headaches and fatigue, according to dietitian.
Is it possible that you aren’t getting enough sodium? Here’s some more information about common signs you’re not getting enough. In other words, you need to add more salt in your diet
1. Headaches
Your nervous system requires sodium to function and when the levels of sodium drop, it can lead to severe headaches.
2. Nausea and vomiting
This is your body’s way of getting rid of the excess water which is causing an imbalance in the sodium level.
3. Confusion
Your nervous system is quite dependent on the sodium levels in order to send messages through its neurons. If you are deficient, chances are your brain will not be able to receive the message and further cause confusion.
4. Fatigue
If your body is short of sodium, then your blood’s ability to deliver nutrients and flush the waste may get hampered, which may further cause fatigue.
5. Muscle weakness and cramps
If your muscles do not get rid of the waste products, like excess lactic acid because of your low blood sodium levels, there is chance that the waste products may cause cramps and spasms in the various parts of the body.
While it is good to keep a balance, you should also ensure that you are not loading up on processed foods that contain a good amount of sodium. So considering the current lifestyle of any adult these days, salt intake needs to be taken care of as it could have a direct impact on our health.
References: food.ndtv.com, whatsgood.vitaminshoppe.com
